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Wilmington HotelsOne of the first things you'll notice during a visit to Wilmington is that you're stepping back in time, but fortunately you're doing so in a place that also offers plenty of ultra-modern conveniences. Its huge historic district is a living link to the region's colonial past, with almost 300 blocks worth of historic downtown full of characterful buildings and repurposed relics now serving the modern citizens. Add to that a nearby beach, annual wine and music festivals and a lively restaurant scene and there's something for everyone. Things to seeIt's not all history in Wilmington, and one of the jewels in the region's crown is Wrightsville Beach where you can relax on golden sands, or take a trip to see nesting birds on a guided tour of the bird sanctuary. If you're into more hi-octane pursuits, however, you'll find that Wrightsville Beach is a haven for activity, with everything from surfing to paddleboarding on offer, along with equipment rental and lively, hands-on instructors to help hone your skills. For a different sort-of sea-going lesson, you can pay a visit to see the imperious Battleship North Carolina which saw active service in World War Two and is now moored across the river from downtown Wilmington. Tours of the boat offer a great insight into the military past of the area, and one of its proudest achievements. There's family fun on offer at the North Carolina Aquarium and Jungle Rapids Fun Park too. Hotels in
WilmingtonThis is a bustling place with plenty to offer visitors, so you'll have no trouble finding suitable accommodation. There isn't the same high-end luxury as you'd find in some more tourist-focused resorts, but there are plenty of mid-range independent and chain hotels in Wilmington which offer an impressive array of amenities. Some of the hotels offer on-site swimming pools, and fitness facilities, and additionally a number have on-site business and conferencing facilities. Most hotels will offer complimentary WiFi, flat-screen televisions, MP3 docking stations, and tea and coffee making facilities as standard. There are inns and motels further out of center where further bargains can be had. Where to stayOne of the most popular places to stay in the region is Wrightsville Beach and if you do opt to hunker down here you'll discover that as well as the golden sands, sports and natural habitat you'll have a whole range of restaurants on hand offering spectacular seafood, often with a Caribbean twist, as well as a wide range of shops to explore, from the open-air shopping village to the quirkier, more hand-crafted boutiques and souvenir stalls. Wilmington itself is a historic hub, with its old Cotton Exchange and Market now used for modern pursuits such as shopping and events. How to get to WilmingtonThe main travel hub in the area is Wilmington International Airport which is a handy 15 minutes' drive from Wrightsville Beach and offers direct internal flights to and from Washington D.C. There are a number of transfer options from rental cars to taxis available at the airport. There are rail links to the region but these can be costly, and for direct flights from overseas you'll need to travel into Philadelphia International Airport, which is around 20 miles away.

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"My brother, 2 daughters and I visited Wilmington due to a death in our family. We were very pleased with the location and our accommodations. We were all delighted with every staff member and every service they provided. Our only complaint was with the alarm clocks. Directions on "how to set..."

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"Our stay here was excellent. The hotel is older and dated looking on the outside, but our oceanfront balcony room was very nice on the inside. The breakfast was included and it was very good buffet style. Alcohol and food prices are expensive but our lunch was pretty good. Staff was very friendly."

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"Quick weekend get away to Wilmington. Spent one night at the hotel. Service was good and the hotel was nice and clean. Only disapointment was that the pool closed early in the evening. Would have enjoyed sitting at the pool after dinner. Also, was not aware that it was a pet friendly hotel. Not a..."

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"Very nice, friendly staff. Fast, efficient handling of our requests. Wifi was good but did need to figure out part of sign in. Maybe an instruction sheet in each room would help. I would stay here again."

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"Checking in was nice and easy, the front desk clerk was nice and helpful. This is the second or third time at an Extended Stay and seems to be my hotel of choice, because I know the quality level and each different one has never disappointed me. The room was clean and comfortable and the area was..."